S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl
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GSC Game World, the developer of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, has responded to comments made by its founder regarding Xbox exclusivity. Separately, the European Union has approved Paramount Global's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Stalker 2 Turned a Profit Before It Came Out Thanks to Money Microsoft Paid for Xbox Exclusivity
The founder of GSC Game World, the developer of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, stated that the game became profitable before its release due to Microsoft's payment for Xbox exclusivity. This deal secured the game's position as an Xbox console exclusive.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 17: Epic Games Summer Sale
The Epic Games Store is hosting its annual Summer Sale, featuring discounts on titles like Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Resident Evil Requiem. Other storefronts like Steam, Humble Store, and Ubisoft are also offering various deals on PC games, including new releases and popular titles. Additionally, Amazon Luna is providing free games for subscribers.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Stalker 2-expansionen Cost of Hope får en handlingstrailer
A new story trailer for the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 expansion, Cost of Hope, has been released, offering a glimpse into the narrative and characters. The expansion will focus on the conflict between the Duty and Freedom factions and will feature new regions like Järnskogen and the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant. Cost of Hope is set to launch later this summer and promises dozens of hours of content.
Evening Reading - June 12, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news and features, including discussions on Destiny 2 raids, roguelike autoshooters like Blood Dungeon, and the Virtua Fighter series. It also highlights deals for PlayStation and PC, updates on Sea of Thieves and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, and mentions of Pokémon UNITE and Super Mario RPG. The article also touches on unrelated news like SpaceX's IPO and AI model suspensions.
New S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope Trailer Reveals Lead Characters Facing Dangers of the Zone
GSC Game World has released a new trailer for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope, the first major expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. The trailer introduces new characters Zulu and Mavka, and hints at new locations and story elements for the upcoming DLC, which is set to launch in summer 2026 for PC and PlayStation 5.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope Trailer Introduces 2 New Companions and The Zone’s “Root of All Evil”
A new trailer for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl's upcoming expansion, Cost of Hope, introduces two new companions, Zulu and Makva, who will join the player character Skif on a journey through new areas including the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant. The expansion is set to release this summer for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
The 15 best sci-fi survival horror video games you can play right now
This article lists and describes 15 of the best sci-fi survival horror video games available now on PC and consoles. The list includes titles like Alien: Isolation, System Shock 1 & 2, Dead Space, and Resident Evil 2, highlighting their unique atmospheres and gameplay mechanics.
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Daily video game deals for April 29 feature numerous titles across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Notable discounts include METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER Tactical Edition, Resident Evil 4, and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Free Update
GSC Game World has released a free content update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, titled "Sealed Truth." This smaller-scale update follows the recent announcement of the "Cost of Hope" DLC for the game.
Roadmaps and Plans
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl will receive a free content update titled Sealed Truth in April. Additionally, the game Marathon is offering a free kit frenzy through an experimental queue, featuring Dire Marsh sponsored content.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Sealed Truth Update Arrives in Celebration of “Cost of Hope” DLC Announcement
GSC Game World has released a new content update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, featuring a narrative-driven activity centered around the mysterious X-Lab. This free update expands the game's world with new story content and is released in celebration of the upcoming "Cost of Hope" DLC announcement.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 latest update adds a free story DLC, Sealed Truth set in the deeper layers of X-18 Lab
GSC Game World has released a new story-based mini DLC for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, titled 'Sealed Truth'. This free update adds a new questline set in the X-18 Lab and includes various bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements in patch 1.9. The update serves as a prelude to the game's first major story expansion, which will revisit the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl ‘Sealed Truth’ update now available
GSC Game World has released the "Sealed Truth" update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, adding a new narrative activity centered around the X-Lab. This update serves as a thank-you to the community and precedes the upcoming "Cost of Hope" DLC. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series.
STALKER 2 Sealed Truth update is live – explore the mysterious X-Lab in free new quest
GSC Game World has released the 'Sealed Truth' update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, adding a new quest to explore the mysterious X-Lab. This free update serves as a thank you to players and a celebration of the upcoming 'Cost of Hope' DLC, which will introduce new regions and continue the story.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Patch is Live, Adds “High-Risk, High-Reward” Quest in X-18 Lab
GSC Game World has released the "Sealed Truth" update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, adding a new high-risk, high-reward questline within the X-18 Lab. The update also includes fixes for mutant spawns and mission progression, along with new loading screens. The upcoming "Cost of Hope" expansion is set to launch this Summer for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Koshmar: The Last Reverie Revealed – A Haunting Journey Between Dreams And Madness
Purple Ray Studio has revealed Koshmar: The Last Reverie, a third-person action-adventure game for PC and consoles that blends roguelite systems, RPG progression, and psychological storytelling. Players control Violet, a teenager who can enter lucid dreams to combat nightmares that are bleeding into the real world. The game features a dual Dream/Nightmare playstyle system that impacts combat, progression, and perception, with replayable Nightmare Rifts and multiple endings.
Former Resident Evil, Witcher Devs Unite for a Stylish New Action Adventure Game on PS5
Purple Ray Studio has announced Koshmar: The Last Reverie, an action-adventure game featuring gothic visuals and engaging combat, set to release on PC and PlayStation 5. The game incorporates roguelite and RPG elements, allowing players to explore both the real world and a dream realm as the protagonist Violet, managing her sanity and customizing her abilities.
Road to Vostok Makes Its Early Access Debut On Steam
Road to Vostok has launched its Early Access period on Steam, featuring a permadeath approach and realistic simulation elements. The developer plans for the game to remain in early access for two to four years, with plans to double the current content.
